Residents and visitors will notice some colourful new additions to the streetscape this summer as eight traffic control boxes across Saugeen Shores have been transformed into public art murals by three local artists.
Residents interested in running for Municipal Council or School Board Trustee in the 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections, must file their nomination papers with their local municipality by Friday, August 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
The Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) has approved planning applications submitted for 15 Market Street, Port Elgin. The planning applications are a County Official Plan Amendment, a Town Official Plan Amendment, a Town Zoning By-law Amendment, and a Draft Plan of Subdivision consisting of 141 residential units.
The Town of Saugeen Shores marked a major milestone for affordable housing today. In partnership with Wilson Developments and Habitat for Humanity Grey Bruce, the Town celebrated the groundbreaking of a new affordable housing development, a significant step forward in expanding access to attainable homeownership and addressing local housing needs.
Nearly 110 years after the Battle of Passchendaele, Zonnebeke, Belgium, home of the battlefield, has ratified a Memorandum of Understanding with Saugeen Shores, Ontario, formally establishing a sister city relationship. Passchendaele is widely regarded as a defining moment in Canada's emergence as a nation and in the shaping of Canadian national identity
The Town of Saugeen Shores is pleased to announce that Rob Atkinson has accepted the role of Director, Fire Services/Fire Chief. The Town extends its congratulations and appreciation to Chief Ed Melanson, who will be leaving the Town of Saugeen Shores to join the City of Niagara Falls.
On National Indigenous Peoples Day, we recognize and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada. This day offers an opportunity to reflect on the enduring presence of Indigenous communities, and to appreciate the knowledge, traditions, and perspectives that continue to shape our country.
The Town of Saugeen Shores proudly marked the beginning of Pride Month with a Pride Flag Raising event held on June 1, 2026, at the Municipal Office. The event brought together Council, Town staff, community partners, and residents in a celebration of diversity, inclusion, and community vibrancy.
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Town of Saugeen Shores
600 Tomlinson Drive, P.O. Box 820
Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C0
Phone 519-832-2008
Toll Free 1-866-832-2008
Fax 519-832-2140
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